Tag: Community and Family Services
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Salvation Army Thrift Store in Lethbridge Leads with Kindness and Care
While the Salvation Army thrift store in Lethbridge, Alta., may be small, its impact on the community is significant. Staff not only help customers find what they need, but also…
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Senior Day Program Celebrates 20 Years of Service in Hamilton
For the past two decades, The Salvation Army in Hamilton, Ont., has provided a safe and supportive space for seniors in the community to stay active and socially connected. This…
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Salvation Army Tax Clinic Ensures Clients Don’t Miss Out on Benefits
For those facing financial challenges, accessing government benefits through annual tax filing can provide much-needed additional income. While filing taxes may seem routine for some, the cost of professional help…
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Salvation Army March Break Camp Offers Children Fun, Learning and Connection
For school-aged children, march break offers a much-needed rest from school. While time off is always welcome, it is also important for children to stay engaged rather than spending the…
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Salvation Army Relaunches Outreach Program to Serve Vulnerable People
The city of St. Catherines, Ont., like many other places across Canada, has seen homelessness rise in recent years. As the city continues to see an increase in encampments, The…
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Red Cap Program Teaches Children Skills to Prevent Bullying
Pink Shirt Day, celebrated on the last Wednesday of every February in Canada, promotes kindness and stands against bullying. Across the country, The Salvation Army runs Red Cap, a program…
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Parking Lot Pizza Serves Slices of Hope(WATCH)
Launched in February 2022, Parking Lot Pizza began as a simple way to “lavish love” on local students in Halifax during the pandemic. What started as a month-long initiative in…
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Welcome Home in Moncton, N.B., Addresses Housing Instability
For people who are experiencing homelessness, the first few months after transitioning into housing can be challenging. The transition can come with financial stresses, food insecurity, trouble navigating systems and…
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Business Owner Launches Food Drive to Support The Salvation Army
A few years ago, Kyle Chiasson was going through a difficult period and received emergency housing and food from The Salvation Army, as he worked to get his life on…
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Street Outreach Supports Those Living Outdoors
The Salvation Army operates a year-round street outreach that offers daily support to those living outdoors in East Toronto. Recently, Ontario has been affected by above-seasonal amounts of snow and…
